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Department Information   Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience minimum qualifications AND meet ONE of the following requirements: -Possess a current and valid Colorado P.O.S.T. certification

- Possess a current and valid P.O.S.T. certification (or law enforcement certification equivalent) from another state with the ability to obtain your Colorado P.O.S.T. using the provisional process prior to being hired

- Be eligible to obtain your Colorado P.O.S.T. certification through the Federal Reciprocity program prior to being hired. Please visit https://post.colorado.gov/certification/certification-types/provisional-certification to obtain more information about the requirements for obtaining your P.O.S.T

using the provisional certificate process as this process is completed through the Department of Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location. This recruitment is to fill vacancies in the Denver Metro area which includes Aurora, Denver, Englewood, Westminster, and West Denver.

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.

In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system; Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits.

Medical and dental health plans; Short and long term disability coverage; Paid life insurance; 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave; Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more. Description of Job The Division of Adult Parole exists to manage and supervise inmates/parolees on a 24 hour per day, seven day per week, 365 day per year basis to provide public safety and opportunities for successful re-entry of inmates/parolees returning to the community. Re-entry support services collaborate with this setting.

This unit ensures compliance with Federal and state statutes, CDOC Regulations, Parole Board conditions and agreement, Code of Penal Discipline, community corrections standards, Interstate Compact Rules and Regulations and other established rules/standards for the supervision of inmates/parolees. Under direction and supervision, the primary duties and responsibilities will be: The work location will be in the community, working in the field, for most positions and may involve the following activities: Conduct field work (e.g. pre-release plan investigation, home visitation, job verification, parole violation investigation), including after hours to contact inmates/ parolees at their residence of record; Apply evidence-based assessment, case planning and supervision techniques, set by policy and standards of practice, under the supervision of a team leader or supervisor; Direct the assessment and supervision plan of community-based parolees through the analysis of case material and interviews to update the Colorado Transition Accountability Plan (CTAP) by incorporating community supervision conditions and updating the parolee's goals; Monitor parolee compliance and progress by overseeing employment, drug treatment and screening, restitution payments, residential status, and specialized treatment programs consistent with the community supervision plan and division contact standards and escort to specific activities, if needed; Interact with parolees and use motivational interviewing, coaching, and other evidence based practices to reinforce pro-social behavior and assist parolees in developing effective problem solving skills and attaining goals; Provide crisis intervention, personal counseling and guidance to parolees in resolving interpersonal, familial and financial problems to enhance parolee success and better ensure public safety; Respond to parolee non-compliant behavior by investigating violations, and imposing appropriate sanctions consistent with the Colorado Violation Decision Making Process (CVDMP) or community violation matrix, most of which are managed in the community and do not require arrest; Present case information for a variety of evidentiary hearings to include COPD (Code of Penal Discipline) hearings, Parole revocation hearings, YOS (Youthful Offender System) revocation proceedings, and Interstate Compact probable cause hearings as well as serving as a hearing officer for COPDs conducted on residential and CRCF (Community Return to Custody Facility) parolees in compliance with due process standards; Attend training and develop skills in evidence based supervision techniques to include motivational interviewing, assessment and case planning, and cognitive behavioral interventions; Maintain proficiency in the use of firearms, arrest control techniques, CPR, and first aid

Maintain a thorough understanding of use of force compliance with certification according to State Statue and Department of Corrections policy; The position requires periodic on-call or call backs after hours on a 24/7 basis; Pursuant to C.R.S. 16-2.6-101, position will function as a PEACE Officer and will make arrests and transport parolees; Perform other job related duties as assigned or required. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree

(Applicants must upload a copy of your unofficial college transcripts that include your name, college name, degree and date conferred with your application, in order to receive credit). - OR - A combination of coursework and professional work experience in criminal justice, corrections, social work, counseling, equal to four (4) years, which must include one (1) year of experience in social work, case management or community supervision. - AND - POST: Applicants MUST possess and maintain a current and valid Colorado P.O.S.T

(Peace Officer Standards Training) certification (or law enforcement certification equivalent) from another state with the ability to obtain your Colorado P.O.S.T. using the provisional process prior to being hired. You must upload a copy of your POST certificate to your application

The website for information regarding POST is https://www.coloradopost.gov/. -OR- Be eligible to obtain your Colorado P.O.S.T. certification through the provisional certification process or the Federal Reciprocity program prior to being hired

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid and unrestricted driver's license, and have no felony convictions or domestic violence history. There is no substitution for the Colorado POST Certification requirements as listed above. Only applicants who meet the minimum and special qualifications for the vacancy will be included in the comparative analysis process.

Any work experience less than full time will be prorated. Experience must be clearly described, in your own words, within the work experience section of your application to meet this requirement. Positions held within CDOC must be separated by classification, dates, and duties or the application may not be accepted.

Ensure that the 'Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application.

Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes. Required Competencies: Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction; Strong interpersonal/customer service skills focusing on respectful interaction; Ability to self-motivate and take initiative; Ability to balance public safety with re-entry goals; Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work; Strong computer skills with the ability to adapt to advances in technology; Effective written and oral communication skills with the ability to reach a variety of audiences; Ability to communicate important information and verbally summarize incidents; Ability to make decisions and think critically to solve problems; Ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility; Ability to maintain effective working relationships and collaborate with others; Ability to work with a high risk/high need population; Ability to work with a diverse population; Ability to read and comprehend the English language; Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing. Preferred Qualifications: (Candidates may receive higher rating for possessing any preferred qualifications criteria.) Prior State of Colorado experience; Experience as a parolee advocate to help parolees reintegrate successfully into society; Knowledge of law enforcement, corrections, parole, or probation operations, or case management; Experience with community supervision as an alternative to incarceration; Experience working in a correctional or community supervision environment; Broad knowledge of social perceptiveness, human behavior, attitudes, motivation and its applicability in the rehabilitation of inmates; Experience working with hard to serve, high need, or high risk clients; Experience with case planning and includes setting goals and objectives; Knowledge of Evidence Based Practices and Interventions for the successful re-entry of parolees; Experience with Motivational Interviewing (MI)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ's). Applicants that meet MQ's will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.

Be sure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.

Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher. Those rehired or reinstated after six months' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions. Please note that while this change in role may constitute a change in title and/or responsibility, salary adjustments are not guaranteed and may be influenced by factors such as internal pay equity, budget constraints, market benchmarks, or the individual's current compensation level.

Any changes to compensation will be determined separately and communicated accordingly. If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application. If an unofficial copy of transcripts is being submitted at the time of application, transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S

equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.

Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth or dates of attendance from an educational institution. In order to process a background investigation, your application must include at least (10) ten years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than (10) years. Failure to provide this information could result in delays and/or elimination from the background investigation process.

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it

**You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records** Conditions of Employment: All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening by a healthcare professional, certifying the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicant must consent to hold harmless CDOC and its agents and staff from any liability arising in whole or in part from the testing and the use of this information in connection with CDOC's consideration of application for employment. Must be 21 years of age Possess a valid driver's license.

Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver's license...